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64FalconF-16
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From: Republic Of Texas!! Temporarily living in KY
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posted 04-14-2003 04:55 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 64FalconF-16   Click Here to Email 64FalconF-16     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I am planning for a future project. 29 Ford Roadster.

Can you put a T-5 behind a 351c? If you can what parts will you need to make it happen or recommend?

I know a little about Auto's but pretty much nothing about Sticks.

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79 Ford Bronco 4 X 4
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MrWesson22
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posted 04-14-2003 05:27 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for MrWesson22   Click Here to Email MrWesson22     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
You can put a T5 behind a cleveland the same way you can behind a windsor, but it's probably not going to last very long. You'd be better off getting something stronger like a tremec 3550 or tko right off the bat and not having to worry about it. As for what you need to do it, I'm not exactly sure since I haven't done the swap myself. I do know a few companies out there make "kits".

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two89w
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posted 04-14-2003 05:28 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for two89w   Click Here to Email two89w     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
tremmec is the go!they are a bit notchy but an excellent box.

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68DARKHORSE
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posted 04-15-2003 11:50 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for 68DARKHORSE   Click Here to Email 68DARKHORSE     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
IMO the Tremec is very notchy.
I'm installing a Z spec T5 behind a 408W.
Lots of guys here are running 10s and 11s with this tranny. It weighs less, costs less, and shifts smoother. No tranny tunnel mods required for T5. Mine was built locally with all the HD FRPP stuff including a higher .59 OD.

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64FalconF-16
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posted 04-15-2003 12:45 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 64FalconF-16   Click Here to Email 64FalconF-16     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
This combo is going into a 1929 Ford Roadster that I already have. So it is custom all the way.

do you guys think that Tremec will have instructions on parts I will need for this combo?

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68DARKHORSE
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posted 04-15-2003 02:11 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 68DARKHORSE   Click Here to Email 68DARKHORSE     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
You just need the right bellhousing or adaptor. A cable clutch works the best but in abucket you might want hydraulic.

www.texasmustang.com should be able to help you with the right parts.

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68DARKHORSE
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posted 04-15-2003 02:13 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 68DARKHORSE   Click Here to Email 68DARKHORSE     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Also the tall Hurst shift lever is a must for a bucket. They make them for the T5/Tremec style shifters.

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64FalconF-16
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posted 04-15-2003 04:13 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for 64FalconF-16   Click Here to Email 64FalconF-16     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Thanks for the help. This is NOT a Bucket!!! It is on 32 rails. I HATE Buckets.

I appreciate your help!!

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68DARKHORSE
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posted 04-16-2003 09:17 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for 68DARKHORSE   Click Here to Email 68DARKHORSE     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
You will still need the tall shifter.

Good luck.

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spoiler
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posted 04-16-2003 10:20 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for spoiler   Click Here to Email spoiler     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
i have a tko with a 351c in a 70 spoiler
i used the tremec bellhousing witha hydraulic clutch no problems-if you are to
use a different bellhousing-like toploader
or lakewood you will have to use an adopter
or different imput shaft-this is why i used
the tremec bell. came up dead center in my car

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Moneymaker
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posted 04-16-2003 12:00 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Moneymaker   Click Here to Email Moneymaker     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
We will have a very good used Tremec for sale later today.
We are doing a stick to auto changeover for a three pedal challanged individual.
It has the Pro-5.0 shifter included.

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Alex Denysenko
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SundanceKid
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posted 04-16-2003 05:00 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for SundanceKid   Click Here to Email SundanceKid     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Alex, Is it a first gen or second generation Tremec?

To tell the differance; does it have 5 or so verticle webs on the outside of the trans or a ton of little squares? Another way; How thick are the mounting tranny to bell tabs?

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Moneymaker
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posted 04-17-2003 12:08 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Moneymaker   Click Here to Email Moneymaker     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
SD, see the add in the classified section. There are pics and an ID tag.
Let me know.

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Alex Denysenko
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NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
MCA member# 53321
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA National Record Holder '00,'01,'02,&'03
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28
Professional Manwhore
The Barry of BarrysGrrl

Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
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